A Nurse Reports to the Interdisciplinary Team That a Patient

question 26

Multiple Choice

A nurse reports to the interdisciplinary team that a patient diagnosed with an antisocial personality disorder lies to other patients, verbally abuses a patient diagnosed with dementia, and flatters the primary nurse. This patient is detached and superficial during counseling sessions. Which behavior most clearly warrants limit setting?

• A) Flattering the nurse
• B) Lying to other patients
• C) Verbal abuse of another patient
• D) Detached superficiality during counseling

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Definitions:

Unequal Access

A situation where resources, opportunities, or services are distributed unevenly among different groups in society.

Affordability

The degree to which a good or service is priced at a level that is accessible to individuals or communities, often in relation to income and expenses.

Latent Function

Unintended and unrecognized consequences of an institution or social phenomenon.

Education

The process of receiving or giving systematic instruction, particularly at a school or university, fostering knowledge and skill development.